Voigtlander Nokton 35mm f/1.5 Aspherical Lens
The Voigtlander 35mm f/1.5 Aspherical Type II VM is a 35mm f/1.5 lens designed for Leica M mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Lens Overview — Voigtlander 35mm f/1.5 Aspherical Type II VM
Key Features — Voigtlander 35mm f/1.5 Aspherical Type II VM
35mm f/1.5 Prime: A fast maximum aperture of f/1.5 gives meaningful low-light capability and strong control over depth of field.
Aspherical Optical Design: The aspherical element reduces spherical aberration and helps maintain sharpness and contrast across the frame, even at wide apertures.
Leica M Mount: Compatible with M-mount rangefinder and mirrorless cameras from Leica, as well as third-party bodies like those from Voigtlander and Sony with an adapter.
Full-Frame Coverage: Designed to cover a full-frame image circle, making it suitable for use on full-frame M-mount bodies without vignetting.
Manual Focus Only: Built for the deliberate, tactile shooting style of rangefinder photography, with no autofocus mechanism.
Compact 220g Build: At just 220 grams, the lens adds minimal bulk to an M-mount kit while still delivering a fast aperture.
Lens Specifications — Voigtlander 35mm f/1.5 Aspherical Type II VM
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.5 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Leica M |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 39mm |
Description — Voigtlander 35mm f/1.5 Aspherical Type II VM
The Voigtlander Nokton 35mm f/1.5 Aspherical is a prime lens designed for the Leica M mount, offering full-frame coverage in a package weighing just 220g. With a 35mm focal length sitting in the standard range, it is a flexible choice for everyday shooting. The f/1.5 maximum aperture is the headline specification here, providing a wide opening that allows photographers to work in challenging light and exercise fine control over depth of field.
Focusing is entirely manual, with no autofocus system on board — a deliberate choice that suits the measured, hands-on approach of rangefinder-style photography. The 39mm filter thread keeps the front element compact and filter costs reasonable. There is no image stabilization, so technique remains important, particularly when shooting wide open.
Compatible with mirrorless camera systems via the Leica M mount, this lens bridges classic rangefinder design with modern camera bodies.
Pros — Voigtlander 35mm f/1.5 Aspherical Type II VM
- ✓Fast f/1.5 maximum aperture offers strong low-light performance and depth-of-field control
- ✓Lightweight at just 220g, making it practical for extended handheld use
- ✓Full-frame coverage ensures compatibility with full-frame M-mount bodies
Cons — Voigtlander 35mm f/1.5 Aspherical Type II VM
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support for faster or more spontaneous shooting
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring careful technique especially at wide apertures
- ✗39mm filter thread is a less common size, which may limit filter options compared to larger thread standards
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